It is "generally expected" that the Chiefs will claim former Patriots quarterback Kevin O'Connell off waivers, NFL.com reports.

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The Chiefs and Broncos are presumed to have interest in O'Connell, and the report indicated that Denver might try to swing a trade with New England for a draft pick to prevent O'Connell from landing with a division rival. "I can't imagine (Patriots coach) Belichick just giving away (last year's) third-round pick," one league source, referring to O'Connell's 2008 draft position, said. "He's going to try to squeeze (Broncos coach) McDaniels for a pick."

With Tom Brady still in his prime, there's no pressure on the talented but raw O'Connell to do anything other than develop in the Pats' system. He has good size (6-5, 225), a solid arm and the athleticism to buy time in the pocket/run his way out of trouble. Matt Cassel now how some legitimate competition for the backup job he has quietly held in New England.